DIY vegan snacks are crucial to vegans and anyone who loves snacking. These snacks tend to be pretty straightforward, making them quite easy to make. There are no complicated steps or ingredients you need to find. They also come in handy as lunch for the days you don't feel like cooking or when you just need something easy and delicious to enjoy. Here are five simple DIY vegan ideas for a busy day.
1. Herb-Baked Grapefruit
Grapefruits are packed with healthy nutrients and electrolytes, but they're also high in sugar. These individual herb-baked grapefruits will not only be filling, but they are refreshingly low-calorie.
Here's how to make them:
1)Pare and halve a large, firm grapefruit.
2)Score each half into 1/2-inch-thick wedges.
3)Drizzle the wedges with oil, brush with a mixture of 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce, three tablespoons balsamic vinegar, and one teaspoon Dijon mustard.
4)Sprinkle herbs of choice over the wedges and season with pepper.
5)Arrange in a baking dish, cover with foil and bake at 350° for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for ten more minutes or until bubbly.
6)Serve warm or at room temperature.
2. Vegan Cheeseballs
These delicious vegan cheeseballs are a perfect quick snack on hand when craving something savory and salty. They're also great as party appetizers.
Here's how to make them:
1)Place a block of extra-firm tofu in a bowl and place a heavy pan on top of it to press out the liquid.
2)Mash the tofu with 1/2 cup vegan cream cheese until smooth. Press into an 8-inch square baking dish, cover, and refrigerate until firm, about 3 hours.
3)Slice the roll into 1-inch-thick rounds and serve.
3. Roasted Chickpeas
These roasted chickpeas will be your new go-to snack when you need something crunchy. They're also a great meatless meal or party dish.
Here's how to make them:
1)Preheat the oven to 425°F.
2)In a food processor or blender, purée the chickpeas with 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper, and two teaspoons olive oil until smooth.
3)Spread the mixture in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes or until crispy. To serve, crack with your finger to break it apart into small pieces.
4. Peach Spread
Peach and almond butter make a delicious spread, especially when spiced with cinnamon. The vegan version is sweet and spicy.
Here's how to make it:
1)Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2)In a food processor or blender, purée the peaches with 1/2 cup canola oil, two tablespoons of agave syrup, and one teaspoon almond extract until smooth.
3)Bake the purée in an 8 x 8-inch baking pan for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through. Set aside to cool.
4)Combine the almond butter and one teaspoon of cinnamon in a small bowl, stir well, and serve as is or spread on apple slices or celery sticks.
5. No-Bake Energy Bites
These vegan energy bites are packed with protein, low-fat, and high in fiber. They're also sweet and spicy. If you like a little something sweet with your protein, try adding cinnamon.
Here's how to make them:
1)Combine the nuts and seeds in a food processor or blender for about 10 minutes or until evenly ground.
2)Add the nutritional yeast, garlic powder, chili pepper flakes, and poppy seeds to the nut mixture and pulse for about 2 minutes or until evenly combined.
In conclusion, applying these five simple DIY vegan snack ideas will help you save both time and money. It will also help you enjoy a more healthy diet that's nutritious, tasty, and easy to prepare. These snacks are also great to take out to parties or when you're on the go. Above all, they are super delicious and straightforward, so you'll make them again and again! This will help you have a happier, healthier life!
by Alexa Khaghan